VNMKV Parbhani Recruitment 2026 – Research Associate, SRF, JRF, Technical Assistant/Technician & Labour: Eligibility, Salary and Offline Application
Looking for a research or support job in Maharashtra’s agriculture sector? Vasantrao Naik Marathwada Krishi Vidyapeeth (VNMKV), Parbhani has invited applications for 8 temporary project posts under the DST-sponsored Centre of Excellence on Digital Agricultural Technology. The posts range from Research Associate to Contractual Un-Skilled Labour, with fixed pay from ₹12,000 to ₹58,000 plus 10% HRA where HRA applies.
This is an offline recruitment. You must post or deliver a hard-copy application that reaches the college on or before 19 November 2026. Read the post-wise requirements below, because each post has its own qualification and score card. For more openings in the state, see Maharashtra govt jobs on GovtJobsAlert.in.
Key Highlights of VNMKV Parbhani Recruitment 2026
VNMKV is a state agricultural university in Parbhani. These posts are for a Department of Science and Technology (Government of India) project run at the College of Agricultural Engineering and Technology. The engagement is purely temporary and project-based.
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Vasantrao Naik Marathwada Krishi Vidyapeeth, Parbhani |
| Advertisement No. | VNMKV/DST/COE/05/2026 |
| Total Vacancies | 8 |
| Mode of Application | Offline (hard copy) |
| Job Location | College of Agricultural Engineering and Technology, VNMKV, Parbhani, or within the university jurisdiction and outside for office work |
| Nature of Job | Temporary, maximum 11 months |
| Last Date | 19 November 2026 (office hours) |
VNMKV Parbhani Vacancy 2026: Post-wise Details
| Post | Vacancies | Fixed Pay per Month |
|---|---|---|
| Research Associate | 1 | ₹58,000 + 10% HRA |
| Senior Research Fellow (SRF) | 2 | ₹42,000 + 10% HRA |
| Junior Research Fellow (JRF) | 1 | ₹37,000 + 10% HRA |
| Technical / Project Assistant cum Technician | 2 (1 TA + 1 PA) | ₹18,000 + 10% HRA |
| Contractual Skilled Labour | 1 | ₹15,000 |
| Contractual Un-Skilled Labour | 1 | ₹12,000 |
Check the row for your own post before anything else, because the qualification, pay and score card change from one post to the next. The Technical / Project Assistant posts are split as one Technical Assistant and one Project Assistant. The notification gives no category-wise reservation split. Pay is fixed pay, and the notification shows no HRA for the two labour posts.
What is the Eligibility for VNMKV Parbhani Recruitment 2026?
| Post | Essential Qualification |
|---|---|
| Research Associate | Ph.D. (Farm Machinery and Power Engg.), or M.Tech in Farm Machinery and Power Engineering with 3 years of teaching, industry or research experience; plus at least 1 paper in SCI or NAAS journals |
| Senior Research Fellow | M.Tech (Agricultural Engineering) with 2 years of experience |
| Junior Research Fellow | Master’s degree in Agronomy, Soil Science or Genetics and Plant Breeding |
| Technical / Project Assistant cum Technician | Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or Commerce (BCA, BCS, B.Tech Computer Science, B.Tech Mechanical Engg.) or B.Com. |
| Contractual Skilled Labour | HSC (12th) pass, or Diploma in Machinist or Fitter trade |
| Contractual Un-Skilled Labour | SSC (10th) pass |
The notification also lists desirable skills, which are not compulsory. Examples are sensors and AI/ML knowledge for the Research Associate, UAV-based remote sensing for SRF, typing speed (30 wpm Marathi, 40 wpm English) and MS-CIT for the Assistant post, and tractor driving or workshop-machine knowledge for Skilled Labour. For Un-Skilled Labour, reading and writing Marathi is also desirable. If you hold a postgraduate or engineering degree, also browse post graduate govt jobs and engineering govt jobs.
Age Limit
| Category | Maximum Age |
|---|---|
| Men (all posts) | 40 years |
| Women (all posts) | 45 years |
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The notification mentions no age relaxation for any category and gives no minimum age. The application form asks for your age as on 12 November 2026, so work out your age on that date.
What is the Salary for VNMKV Parbhani Project Posts 2026?
The notification gives fixed monthly pay for every post. The Research Associate gets ₹58,000 plus 10% HRA, the Senior Research Fellow gets ₹42,000 plus 10% HRA, and the Junior Research Fellow gets ₹37,000 plus 10% HRA. The Technical / Project Assistant cum Technician gets ₹18,000 plus 10% HRA. The two labour posts get ₹15,000 (Skilled) and ₹12,000 (Un-Skilled) a month.
Remember that this is a project job, not a regular government post. The first appointment order is for 6 months, the engagement cannot go beyond 11 months, and the notification says there is no claim to a regular job afterwards.
What is the Selection Process for VNMKV Parbhani Recruitment 2026?
| Stage | Detail |
|---|---|
| Academic performance score | 70 marks, using the post-wise score card |
| Selection committee marks | 30 marks |
| Shortlisting | If many applications come, the best are shortlisted in a 1:5 ratio on academic performance, publications and experience |
| Interview | Shortlisted candidates only, at the Meeting Hall of the College of Agricultural Engineering and Technology, Parbhani |
The notification does not name an interview date, so keep your phone and e-mail active. The selection committee reserves the right to increase, decrease or make suitable changes until the interview date, as per project needs. Bring all original documents for verification at the interview.
The 70-mark score card differs by post. In short:
| Post | Where the marks come from |
|---|---|
| Research Associate | Ph.D. or NET/GATE (10), M.Tech (20), B.Tech (10), experience (10), papers or ISBN book (10) |
| Senior Research Fellow | Ph.D. or NET/GATE (10), M.Tech (20), B.Tech (20), experience (10), papers or ISBN book (10) |
| Junior Research Fellow | M.Sc. (20), B.Sc. Agriculture (20), extra diploma or certificate (10), experience (10), papers or ISBN book (10) |
| Technical / Project Assistant | Master’s (5), Bachelor’s (20), HSC (20), extra diploma or certificate (15), experience (10) |
| Skilled Labour | Bachelor’s (5), HSC or ITI (20), SSC (20), certificate or training (15), experience (10) |
| Un-Skilled Labour | HSC/ITI/Diploma (10), SSC (20), certificate or training (10), experience (30) |
Do not guess your score. Add up your own marks against the card for your post before you apply, so you know how you compare. In most posts, a first class with distinction earns the top marks in a degree row. Experience earns 5 marks per completed year (10 marks per year for Un-Skilled Labour).
How to Apply Offline for VNMKV Parbhani Recruitment 2026
| Step | Action |
|---|---|
| 1 | Read the notification (link in Essential Links below) and pick the post you meet |
| 2 | Fill the Annexure-A application proforma, with a photo, and prepare a detailed bio-data/CV |
| 3 | Attach self-attested copies of qualifications, experience certificates, age proof and other documents, with page numbers |
| 4 | Add a list of publications with copies of full-length papers, if you have any |
| 5 | Post or deliver the complete set to the Dean cum Co-Principal Investigator (DST-CoE), College of Agricultural Engineering and Technology, VNMKV, Parbhani – 431402, Maharashtra |
| 6 | Make sure it reaches on or before 19 November 2026 during office hours |
Use clear photocopies, because the notification asks that all document evidence is readable and clear, and enclose only self-attested true copies. Write your mobile number and e-mail carefully, because further contact will be by SMS or e-mail only. Eligible candidates who applied earlier under the advertisement reference are also eligible, as per the notice.
Conditions That Can Cost You the Job
| Condition | What it means for you |
|---|---|
| Incomplete form | Incomplete forms will be rejected |
| Late application | Applications received after the deadline, or incomplete in any respect, may not be considered |
| Joining | You must join within 7 days of the office order, failing which the order is cancelled and a waitlisted candidate gets the chance |
| Canvassing or misconduct | May result in cancellation of candidature |
| False information | If any information is found false, your candidature or services may be terminated without notice |
| Travel | No TA/DA is paid for appearing in an examination or interview |
| Permanency | No claim to continuation, regular appointment, permanency or seniority after the project ends |
| Stamp paper undertaking | Rs. 100 stamp paper undertaking before joining |
| Leaving early | One month’s written notice, otherwise you must deposit one month’s salary |
| Appointment period | Maximum 11 months; first order for 6 months, extension on satisfactory performance and university approval |
The notification also says the candidature can be cancelled at any time without giving reasons, and the powers to accept or reject any application rest with the scrutiny or selection committee. Read every line before you post the form, because a single missing certificate can make the form incomplete. Staff get 8 days of casual leave a year plus university holidays, not regular leave.
What are the Important Dates for VNMKV Parbhani Recruitment 2026?
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification date | 5 November 2026 |
| Age counted as on | 12 November 2026 |
| Last date to reach the college | 19 November 2026 (office hours) |
| Interview date | Not announced in the notification |
The notification does not give an application start date. Treat 19 November as a hard deadline for the form to be in the Dean’s office.
Plan your timeline backwards from 19 November. The application goes by post or hand delivery, so allow extra days for courier or speed post delays, and keep a photocopy of the full set for yourself. The joining date depends on the office order that follows selection.
Is There an Application Fee for VNMKV Parbhani Recruitment 2026?
The notification mentions no application fee and no demand draft or payment mode.
Essential Links for VNMKV Parbhani Recruitment 2026
- Download Official Notification PDF
- Visit VNMKV Parbhani Official Website
- Join WhatsApp Channel for Government Jobs
- Join Telegram Channel for Government Jobs
- Join Telegram for Maharashtra Govt Jobs
If you fit one of these six posts, do not wait for the last week. Hard-copy applications can be delayed in the post, and one that reaches after 19 November 2026 may not be considered. Check your documents, fill the form neatly and send it early. Keep visiting GovtJobsAlert.in for more Maharashtra and agriculture job updates.